While you were busy preparing to tuck into an Independence Day barbecue feast, Kristen Stewart spent her Fourth of July holiday weekend swanning around Paris attending Haute Couture Fashion Week—looking rather gorgeous to boot. While she skipped her trademark intense smoky eye, Kristen showed up to the Zuhair Murad show with her trademark messy, wavy hair slung over her shoulder on one side, and a fun, funky braid on the other. It's the exact same concept as what we've seen on Khloe Kardashian, Carmen Electra, and Ke$ha recently but executed a bit differently, in that Kristen's is done as a single cornrow that continues through several parted sections, as opposed to two or three regular hairline-to-nape braids. What are your thoughts on her take on the cornrow/faux-side-shave look? Did she nail it? (Or fail it?) Photo Credits: Getty Images read more

When time is of the essence, sometimes you have to skip a few primping steps. Or do you? Instead of doing a full face, pare down your makeup and follow French actress Clemence Poesy's lead by tightlining your eyeliner and making your gaze the focus of your look. Here's how to get her gorgeous look in three swift, simple steps: 1) Even out your complexion with a tinted moisturizer or a BB cream if you need a little more coverage. (I'm currently loving Sleek Makeup Be Beautiful Blemish Balm, about $14, sleekmakeup.com.) 2) Using an eyeliner brush with flat-edge bristles, use cake eyeliner to line the inner rims of the entire eye—upper, lower, and inner corners. (My favorites? Sigma Beauty E16 Tightline Liner, $10, sigmabeauty.com and Laura Mercier Tightline Cake Eye Liner, $23, sephora.com.) 3) Brush up your brows before applying a couple of coats of mascara to your top and bottom lashes and slicking a light pink lip gloss across your pout. (Try Clinique High Impact Extreme Volume Waterproof Mascara, $16, clinique.com and Neutrogena MoistureShine Lip Gloss in Healthy Blush 120, $8.99, drugstore.com.) Do you use the tightlining technique regularly? Any tips to share? Photo Credit: Getty Images read more

Kristen Stewart is well-known for serving a fierce smoky eye on the red carpet (remember the pretty purple and gorgeous gold variations?), but the look she wore to the Chanel Haute Couture Show in Paris this morning happens to be my absolute favorite to date. Check it. The sooty gray eyeshadow is extended out into a faint but sharp wing shape, and it's accentuated with silver highlight that's concentrated on the inner corners of her deep green eyes. Doesn't it draw you right in? And even though I'm not a fan of silver on my own skin—I have yellowish ochre undertones so gold looks best on me—it's the perfect metallic hue for her particular complexion. Like it? Think you'll try it? Photo Credits: Getty Images read more

Ah lookee, lookee! Another celebrity made the big chop, and by big chop, I mean undercut. This time it's the very lovely Rosario Dawson; she recently joined Jada Pinkett Smith and Cassie in the half-shaved-head brigade. If you think about it, Rosario's version of the undercut is a tad bit different from the others, in that hers is not cut so super low that you can actually see her entire scalp. I had to look twice at her photos before I'd fully realized what was happening up on her head! How are you feeling about Rosario's new 'do? Think she has the face (and swag!) to pull it off? Photo Credits: Getty Images read more

Planning on relaxing by the sea for a few days? We've got you covered as far as your hair is concerned. Try any of these easy-to-DIY braided hairstyles we spied on celebrities recently--they'll take you from the beach to the bar and back in no time. read more

Spring-cleaning may be about getting rid of old clothes and giving your kitchen a deep scrub, but as far as we're concerned, summer is the perfect time to ditch your old makeup and nail polish colors. Test-drive the season's hottest new hues--hot pink, blue, and even orange! read more

If you're anything like me, you're in the midst of preparing to (finally!) see summer in. Here's a quick tip: While you're trading wardrobes, don't forget to make the switch with your skin care too. Instead of a rich, heavy body lotion, try a dry oil. Oil not only hydrates your skin just as well, it'll take your skin one step further and make it glow and glisten. (So great for sunny season, right?) Moisturize from neck to toe with something that's not greasy, like Organix Hydrating Moroccan Argan Dry Body Oil, $6.39, drugstore.com. It absorbs into skin quickly, and it smells incredible. Instead of a thick face cream, try a moisturizing serum. Higher temperatures and extreme humidity usually yield excessively sweaty skin, so sate your face with something a little lighter, like Mario Badescu Herbal Hydrating Serum, $30, mariobadescu.com. This oil-free gem is one of my absolute favorites; two tiny drops is actually enough to moisturize your entire face. Instead of a creamy cleanser, try a gel face wash. Milky cleansers are usually formulated with humectants that help bind water and moisture into the skin. That's perfect for the colder months, but not so much when it's sweltering out. read more

One of my favorite moisturizing body oils, a cute little eyelash case and an exfoliating bath sponge—here's how to get more bang for your beauty buck this week! Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula Moisturizing Body Oil with Vitamin E, $5.49 at drugstore.com I'll admit, I've used baby oil for most of my adult life, but I recently graduated and started moisturizing with this cocoa butter variation post-shower (while still damp). Yes, it's incredibly hydrating and it smells like a bottle of delicious heaven, but I really love it because it absorbs quickly. I've never once spotted oil stains on any of my clothes. House of Lashes Ribbon Eyelash Case, $6 at houseoflashes.com Seriously, could there be a cuter way to store your false eyelashes?! This case is the most adorable thing I've seen in a while; I'll definitely be reusing my lashes a lot more often now. One Large Bath Sponge, $6 at walmart.com Think of this as the loofah version 1.0. It's perfect for those of you who are looking for an alternative (albeit retro) way to cleanse your skin. Tell me—which save will you splurge on? read more

Whether you prefer your brows neat 'n' natural, big 'n' bold or obviously drawn on, here's a quick primping tip from me to you: Fill them in with a long-lasting pencil or powder that is in the same color family as your hair hue (give or take a shade or two). Below, a few suggestions. If you're a blond, try Illamasqua Eye Brow Cake in Peek, $23, sephora.com. If you're a redhead, try Blinc Eyebrow Mousse in Auburn, $24, sephora.com. If you're a brunette, try Benefit Cosmetics Instant Brow Pencil in Deep, $20, benefitcosmetics.com. If you're a raven, try Anastasia Beverly Hills 'Brow Wiz' Mechanical Brow Pencil in Ebony, $21, nordstrom.com. What color do you use to fill in your eyebrows? Do you have a go-to brow enhancer? Shout it out in the comments! read more

I know, I know—this is the last Met Gala post from me, I promise! Aside from Emmy Rossum, Minka Kelly, and Miley Cyrus, Carey Mulligan happened to be my other favorite beauty look of the evening (despite the fact that there was nothing "punk" or "chaotic" about it). The gorgeous Great Gatsby actress kept her makeup minimal, save for a killer cat-eye. You have to check the close-up: See that? Her makeup artist amped up the traditional cat-eye look by lining only three-fourths of her lower lids, and drawing the liner well underneath her waterline. It's ultra-gorgeous, but I think Carey could stepped it up and taken it even further by lining her waterline and inner corners with a shimmery gold shade. Close your eyes for a second and imagine just how amazing that would have looked! Are you digging Carey's lids too? Have you ever done your eyeliner like this? Photo Credits: Getty Images read more

When I learned the theme for last night's Met Gala was set to be "Punk: Chaos to Couture," I knew exactly which beauty looks we'd see all over the red carpet: dark, ominous lipstick, dramatic, angular cat-eyes, and seriously spiky hair. While we saw plenty of the former two, sadly, only Miley Cyrus showed up sporting the latter. (How is that even possible? Aren't spiky strands synonymous with the whole punk schtick?!) It's high and prickly on top and slicked-back on the sides, and I have to admit I loved it. (Celebrity hairstylist Oribe—who is responsible for sculpting this style—described her Billy Idol-inspired look as "fearless, effortless, young, and fantastic.") Plus, since Miley already has a hard-core, edgy sense of style, I'm sure she felt right at home. I mean, obviously such an extravagant look isn't the norm for everyday wear, but for the sake of showing up to the ball on theme, she pretty much nailed it, oui? What were your thoughts on Miley's Met Gala mane? Did you like it as well, or do you think her interpretation was a bit too literal? Photo Credits: Getty Images read more

Last time we discussed Zosia Mamet here on GIBD, the adorable actress had just dyed her hair blond. But now that Girls is currently in the midst of filming season three, she's recently gone back to her brunette roots to play her on-screen alter ego, the prim and proper Shoshanna Shapiro. I think she looks great with both hair hues, but she's just so safe with chocolate-color strands. She was far more interesting to look at as a dishwater blond. But, hey—that's just my opinion. What say you? Do you think she looks better as a blond or a brunette? Photo credit: Getty Images read more

I just got my hands on TK. 1) It can certainly stand on its own. 2) But it also looks absolutely stunning when worn with a bold lip. 3) And it looks fantastic when worn just in the inner corners. 4) As well as when it envelopes the entire eye. 5) It works on absolutely every complexion. 6) It looks awesome as eyeliner... 7) Especially when it's layered over liquid black liner. 8) It's crazy cool when worn with a wet-look finish. 9) It's gorgeous when it's all glittery. 10) It really amps up a traditional cat eye look. Tell me—which one is your favorite? read more

A snow-white nail polish, my favorite eyeliner brush, and a lightweight shine-enhancing conditioning spray—here's how to get more bang for your beauty buck this week! China Glaze Nail Lacquer with Hardeners in White on White #023, $7.49, drugstore.com We've discussed stark white nail polish a couple of times over the past 10 days (click here and here to get caught up), so here's a highly recommended shade in case you'd like to get in on the trend. (FYI: It usually takes three coats for white polish to look completely opaque.) Sigma Beauty E05 Eye Liner Brush, $10, sigmabeauty.com One of my all-time favorite gel eyeliners comes from the drugstore, but I'm not a fan of the brush that accompanies the product. I tend to toss it out and use my own, which happens to be Sigma's E05. The pointed tip makes creating the ultra-fine kitten liner look super-duper easy. Motions Oil Sheen and Conditioning Spray, $3.99, target.com Next time you're styling your strands, be sure to mist your mane with a lightweight conditioning spray—before and after. Not only does this one offer an extra dose of shine, it smells incredibly delicious and makes your hair look and feel a little read more

Quick question: When it comes to bobs, in your opinion, is bigger better? That's English actress Alice Eve on the left and Scottish TV presenter Dawn Porter (and Irish actor Chris O'Dowd's wife) on the right. These two take the classic bob hairstyle to another level—literally. There's just soooo much height at the crown. Their hair is sitting several inches off of the scalp; that can't just be teasing, can it? (Methinks they have Bumpits attached to their roots!) It's rare that I run across a bob/lob that I don't love, but I'm on the fence about these. Don't get me wrong, they're beautifully styled, but I prefer bobs when they're sleek or slightly tousled. Anyway, what's your take? Yea for va-va-volume, or nay for not a fan? Psssst—love Alice Eve? Be sure to pick up the June issue of Glamour (on newsstands May 10). She's showing several different ways you can wear shimmer makeup this summer! Photo credits: Getty Images read more

Just last week we discussed Kim Kardashian's white nail polish situation. Now that I'm on the lookout for it, I'm starting to see it everywhere. Exhibit A: Queen B (otherwise known as the almighty Beyonce) is currently rocking snow-white tips on the London leg of her sold-out Mrs. Carter tour. Exhibit B: The adorable Vanessa Hudgens was seen bopping around Hollywood this past weekend with white '80s oval-shaped talons, complete with gold-studded nail art. I guess I should probably go ahead and get in on the trend and give my beloved bottles of black and red a break, right? What about you girls? Have any of you been compelled to paint your nails white yet? Photo credits: Courtesy of Parkwood Entertainment + Getty Images read more

It's not easy to perfectly nail that done-undone look, but when someone gets it right, she gets it right. Exhibit A: Iron Man 3 star Rebecca Hall. Check out her lovely lob, which embodied that effortlessly chic, perfectly piece-y, rock-star texture. Cute, right? Here's a close-up view of the back: Her hairstylist John D. (for Tresemme) shared his six-step process with us for how he styled this look: 1. Prep towel-dried hair by spraying a volumizing blow-dry lotion throughout the hair to add extra body. 2. Rough-dry hair with fingers to encourage the hair's natural wave. (If your hair is really coarse or curly, use a paddle brush to help smooth your strands out a bit.) 3. Spray hair with a heat-protect spray to protect against excess heat. 4. Create a wave pattern by wrapping small sections of hair around the curling iron. Release hair from the iron and tug on the ends while it's still warm to give the curl a loose, undone texture. Continue throughout the hair, starting from the back and working your way forward. 5. Once curling is complete, loosen up the waves with your hands to add some texture to the hair. Create a side read more

Look what I've found—another amazing low-effort, high-impact hairstyle to add to your must-try-and-DIY list! How stunning is Zoe Saldana's rolled updo? This style comes across so effortless yet incredibly elegant, and it's so easy to re-create. Just insert a deep side part, then roll your hair back and up and all the way around, stopping periodically to secure your strands into place with a few bobby pins. You can stop right there to keep it chic and sophisticated and office-friendly, or jazz it up for a romantic date-night look with several sparkly barrettes outlining the roll—just like Zoe did here. I'm definitely going to give this one a whirl just as soon as it gets hot enough to have to pull my hair off of my neck. (I'm thinking July.) Will you try it too? Photo credits: Getty Images read more

Tick-tock, tick-tock, tick-tock.... Every mother's favorite day of the year is right around the corner, so if you haven't picked up a little something special for all the wonderful moms in your life, here are a few ideas to get you started. ...If She's a Beauty Product Addict: Birchbox Limited-Edition Superwoman Collection, $58, birchbox.com This one-off beauty box (created especially for Mother's Day!) features seven luxurious makeup, skin, and body products to add to her collection. (Pssst: Act fast—it's valued at a whopping $185, so we're predicting this one will sell out in a flash.) ...If She Could Use a Little "Me" Time: Bath & Body Works Signature Collection Splish Splash Gift Set in Sea Island Cotton, $32.50, bathandbodyworks.com This reusable tub is packed with a shower gel, fragrance mist, body lotion, body cream, and a lathering loofah—basically everything she needs for a quick pampering session. Plus, you can't go wrong gifting anything with a clean cotton scent—everyone absolutely loves it. ...If She Likes to Travel in Style: Joy Mangano Ultimate Better Beauty Case Set, $34.95, hsn.com Now she'll be able to tote all her favorite primping products around in an ultra-chic leopard case—with four nice-size compartments, there's no need read more